Invitation Letter for 2nd UK Schools Music Festival
About the Festival
The UK Schools Music Festival celebrates musical excellence and serves as a platform for students across the United Kingdom to showcase their extraordinary talents. This festival is designed to inspire young musicians and promote music education. With an expanded array of solo and ensemble categories, this year’s event offers even more opportunities for students to shine and gain valuable performance experience.
New for 2024-2025
UK Schools Music Festival are thrilled to announce the addition of a Live Piano Solo Competition to be held in the Angela Burgess Recital Hall at the Royal Academy of Music, offering participants the chance to perform in one of the UK’s most prestigious venues.
Key Highlights
- Diverse Categories: A wide range of musical genres and styles ensures a place for every musical talent.
- Live and Online Events: Featuring both online competition options and an in-person live event, including the piano solo competition at the Royal Academy of Music.
- Professional Evaluation: Performances will be reviewed and critiqued by professional musicians, providing invaluable feedback for participants’ growth.
- Ensemble Flexibility: Ensemble groups may include one alumnus or tutor for every 10 student performers, supporting larger groups’ participation.
- Community and Growth: Participants receive detailed marks and commentary sheets to aid in their musical development and teamwork skills.
Details for the Live Piano Solo Competition
- Venue: Angela Burgess Recital Hall, Royal Academy of Music
- Date: Sunday, 27 April 2025
- Categories: Open to students of all skill levels and age groups
Video Submission Guidelines
To facilitate widespread participation, the festival continues to accept video submissions for online categories. Participants can record their performances with clear audio and video quality, upload them to YouTube, and send the link.
How to Participate
For more information, please visit the official website at www.ukschoolsmusicfestival.com. For questions, feel free to email the UK Schools Music Festival at [email protected].